Porter Cable makes a great router with a fixed base.  It works very well in a router table.  I have found several different types of routers in the Porter Cable lineup.  All have their pros and cons when it comes to using them in the shop.  Of couse you will find that most reviews of this router are also based on human opinion, so what you find out will vary quite a bit.  To start off, here are the basic specifications of the router.

• Variable-speed control feature (10,000 – 23,000 rpm) enables bit speed to be optimized for changing applications
• Soft-starting, 12 Amp motor featuring full-time electronic feedback that maintains motor speed through the toughest applications
• Release the motor, adjust bit height, and clamp the motor from above the router table with 3/16″ hex socket (sold separately) or model #75301 kit (sold separately)
• Dual-position switch allows user to cut power while maintaining control of the router
• Overmolded rubber handles provide a comfortable and secure grip
• Spindle lock system disables switch when engaged for router bit changes (most porter cable models have this)
• Durable latch lever enables quick and simple coarse depth adjustments and motor release for transition between bases
• Rack and pinion adjustment provides fine depth settings to 1/128″
• Collets included to accept 1/4″ and 1/2″ shank bits
• Motor transitions quickly between fixed base (included), plunge base (8931), and traditional spiral down bases (690 series)

Here are a smattering of review titles that you can find at amazon.  The titles are very helpful

• outstanding in & out of the table
• Great ideas – poor execution
• Powerful, quiet, a snap to set up
• Great design for under table mounting; build quality so-so
• Great ideas – poor execution
• Broke 2 levers before I turned it on for the first time
• Solid router; Nice features
• Great router

Purchase at:

Porter Cable 892 Router at The Router Maniac

Porter Cable 892 Router at Tool King

Porter Cable 892 Router at Router Table Depot

There is a discussion of this router at the WoodNet Forum

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